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Centre clears 5,547.99 crore pulses, oilseeds procurement under PSS
The Centre has approved procurement of pulses and oilseeds worth 5,547.99 crore at MSP in Uttar Pradesh, Karnataka and Telangana for Kharif 2026-27
Telangana, Karnataka, UP Get Rs 5,548 Crore MSP Procurement Nod
In Telangana, procurement worth Rs.448.42 crore has been approved
Centre approves Rs 5,547.99 crore worth procurement of pulses, oilseeds at MSP for kharif 2026-27
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 30 (IANS) Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on Wednesday approved procurement worth Rs 5,547.99 crore at Minimum Support Price (MSP) under the Price Support Scheme (PSS) for the Kharif Marketing Season 2026-27 in Uttar Pradesh, Telangana and Karnataka. The decision, said the minister, is aimed at protecting farmers from a decline in market prices and ensuring remunerative returns for their produce, particularly for pulse and oilseed growers. In Uttar Pradesh, the largest share of the approved procurement, worth Rs 3,992.57 crore, has been sanctioned. This includes procurement of 4,66,000 metric tonnes of tur valued at Rs 3,937.70 crore and 6,250 metric tonnes of moong valued at Rs 54.87 crore at MSP. For pulse and oilseed farmers in Karnataka, procurement worth Rs 1,107 crore has been approved under PSS. This includes 1,15,500 metric tonnes of soybean valued at Rs 659.27 crore, 38,250 metric tonnes of moong valued at Rs 335.83 crore and 13,413 metric tonnes of sunflower valued at Rs 111.90 crore. In Telangana, procurement worth Rs 448.42 crore has been approved. This comprises 62,000 metric tonnes of soybean valued at Rs 353.90 crore and 10,766 metric tonnes of moong valued at Rs 94.52 crore, to be procured at MSP under the Price Support Scheme. Chouhan said the decision will provide greater economic security to farmers while encouraging domestic production of pulses and oilseeds and contributing to Indias efforts towards self-reliance in pulses and edible oils. He assured that procurement arrangements at all designated centres will remain transparent and that farmers will receive payment for their produce directly into their bank accounts in a timely manner. Under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the welfare of farmers, increasing their incomes and strengthening self-reliance in agriculture remain key priorities of the government. He said the government is working to ensure that farmers receive remunerative prices for their produce, and that procurement mechanisms are made more transparent and accessible. Under the approved procurement plan, farmers in the three states will benefit from large-scale procurement of key pulses and oilseeds at MSP.
K'taka Minister says govt wants justice in Soujanya case; SIT officer seeks transfer
Digital Desk | Bengaluru, Sep 30 (IANS) Karnataka Home Minister Priyank Kharge on Wednesday said the government does not want to hurt the sentiments of Soujanyas family or anyone else and is committed to ensuring justice in the alleged 2012 Dharmasthala gang rape and murder case, even as Bengaluru Rural ASP Venkatesh Prasanna wrote to the state government seeking to be relieved from the newly constituted Special Investigation Team (SIT) probing the case. The Karnataka government had on September 24 constituted a five-member SIT headed by IGP N. Shashikumar to conduct a fresh investigation into the case, following the Supreme Courts directions. The team includes Mangaluru City Police Commissioner C.H. Sudheer Kumar Reddy, Intelligence SP Nisha James, CID S.P. Lokesh Jagalsar and Bengaluru Rural ASP Venkatesh Prasanna. Following the constitution of the SIT, some social activists and members of Soujanyas family reportedly raised objections to the inclusion of certain officers. They particularly objected to the appointment of Prasanna and raised allegations against him. Prasanna has now written to the state government requesting that he be relieved from the special team. Responding to the development, Kharge said the SIT had been constituted with the intention of ensuring a proper investigation and that the government had no intention of causing harm to anyone. The SIT was formed with the best intentions. We do not have any bad intentions or any intention to cause damage to anyone. After the SIT was formed, some people, especially family members, have raised objections. That has been brought to my notice, he said. Kharge said the governments primary objective was to bring the case to a conclusion, establish the truth and ensure justice. We do not want to hurt anyones sentiments. Our objective is that this case should see closure, the truth should finally come out, and justice should be ensured, he said. He added that the government was willing to examine concerns raised by the public and the family regarding the appointment of particular officers. If the public and family have issues with the appointment of certain officers, the government is ready to verify that also. Ultimately, we are here for the people. We do not have any rigid stand on this. We cannot hurt their sentiments. We will act according to the Supreme Court order, Kharge said. The fresh SIT probe follows a Supreme Court order on a plea seeking a reinvestigation into the case. The SIT has been given three months to complete the investigation and submit its report to the competent court.
Karnataka Lokayukta officials conducted searches at multiple locations in connection with allegations of corruption and disproportionate assets involving a revenue official. The searches were carried out in the early hours at three locations, including a residence linked to to the official in Athani town of Belagavi district, a property of his close relatives in Mudalagi and the Tahsildar's office in Nippani. According to the information, the searches were initiated following complaints and inputs alleging that a substantial amount of assets had been accumulated illegally. Lokayukta officials and staff examined documents and records at the locations as part of the investigation. The material being examined reportedly includes property documents, bank account details and other financial and official records. Officials are also expected to verify the movable and immovable assets identified during the searches against the known sources of income of the official as part of the disproportio...
Karnataka approves Global Technology Centres in Belagavi and Hubballi
Karnataka approves Global Technology Centres in Belagavi and Hubballi as the state expands its tech ecosystem beyond Bengaluru.
Centre Approves Procurement of Sunflower, Green Gram, Soybean in Karnataka
Union Minister H D Kumaraswamy said the approvals would provide support to farmers through procurement at the Minimum Support Price (MSP).
Karnataka Congress Embark on 10-day Bharat Jodo Yatra 2.0
The Congress party aims to penetrate into Karnataka's RSS Heartland, and make a inroads in BJP bastions with the program
'Bharat Jodo 2.0': Congress launches padyatra from Karnataka BJP chief's Shikaripura constituency
Digital Desk | Shivamogga (Karnataka), Sep 30 (IANS) The Karnataka Congress on Wednesday launched its 'Bharat Jodo 2.0' padyatra from Kittadahalli village in Shikaripura taluk of Shivamogga district, with the march passing through the constituency represented by BJP State President and MLA, B.Y. Vijayendra. Vijayendra's father and former Chief Minister B.S. Yediyurappa had earlier represented the constituency. The 'Bharat Jodo 2.0 padyatra is scheduled to cover around 9-10 kms and will pass through Kote, Hosanagara Cross and Nelavodlu before concluding at Shikaripura. A convention has been organised at the APMC grounds following the march. KPCC President B.K. Hariprasad, Urban Development Minister Yathindra Siddaramaiah, Muzrai Minister K.S. Basavanthappa and other senior Congress leaders are participating in the padyatra. The Bharat Jodo 2.0 padyatra has been planned across 84 Assembly constituencies where the Congress lost in the 2023 Assembly elections. The campaign is expected to continue for 84 days and cover 29 districts. The party has said the programme will focus on interacting with people and discussing local issues, including drought and farmers concerns. Speaking to reporters during the padyatra, Hariprasad alleged that Vijayendra had got Congress flags and posters removed. Vijayendra Yediyurappa has got the Congress partys flags and posters torn. He is still a LKG child. I have got a PhD and doctorate in such matters. If I want, I can ensure that nowhere do their flags and banners come up. We have that capacity, he said. Hariprasad, however, said such actions should not be taken by Vijayendra as the State BJP president and stressed that political parties have the right to stage protests in a democracy. This mischief should not be done. Vijayendra should not do this being the State BJP president. In a democracy, we have the right to stage a protest. If our symbols, flags and banners are torn, BJP flags, banners and posters will also be taken out, he said. Referring to the BJPs recent protest march, Hariprasad alleged that the BJPs padyatra passed through drought-hit taluks but did not raise the issue of drought. He also targeted Vijayendra over corruption allegations, claiming that the Shikaripura MLA was a model for the whole world when it came to corruption. He alleged that Vijayendra had received a Rs 17 crore bribe through an RTGS transaction in his fathers name.
Karnataka Minister Priyank Kharge rebukes HD Kumaraswamy over NICE project allegations
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Karnataka Minister Priyank Kharge on Wednesday criticised Union Minister HD Kumaraswamy over his allegations regarding the Nandi Infrastructure Corridor Enterprises (NICE) project, declaring that there is no medicine for jealousy and resentment. Addressing the media, Kharge asserted that if the NICE project is illegal, Kumaraswamy should take the matter directly to Prime Minister Narendra Modi or Union Home Minister Amit Shah. Kharge further alleged that it has become a habit for the BJP and JD(S) to consistently comment on personal matters of the people.
Shakti smart card plan to curb misuse of free bus travel
Bengaluru : The Karnataka government has initiated steps to introduce Shakti smart cards for women beneficiaries of its flagship Shakti scheme, aimed at preventing alleged misuse of the free bus travel facility. The Shakti scheme was launched on June 11, 2023, providing free bus travel to women across the four state-run transport corporations. However, complaints Get the latest updates in Hyderabad City News , Technology , Entertainment , Sports , Politics and Top Stories on WhatsApp & Telegram by subscribing to our channels. You can also download our app for Android and iOS .
Centre agrees to procure sunflower, green gram, and soyabean crops at MSP in Karnataka
Centre approves proposal from Karnataka government for procurement of 13,413 Metric Tonnes of sunflower, 38,250 Metric Tonnes of Green Gram, and 1,15,500 Metric Tonnes of Soyabean of kharif 2026-27 at MSP
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Chidambaram calls SIR process deeply flawed, questions ECs decisions
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 30 (IANS) Former Union Minister and Congress leader P. Chidambaram on Wednesday criticised the Election Commission of India (ECI) over the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process of electoral rolls, alleging that it has been marred by serious concerns and disagreements within the poll panel. Speaking to IANS, Chidambaram said, The Election Commission is totally wrong. The SIR process has been doubted by the two Election Commissioners, and they have pointed out that there were 14 disagreements between the Election Commissioners and the Chief Election Commissioner. He further referred to alleged errors in the electoral revision process in several states, including Karnataka, Maharashtra and Haryana. Too many mistakes have been pointed out in Karnataka, Maharashtra and Haryana. So many mistakes have been pointed out in the past. The SIR process is deeply flawed. If it was not flawed, why should the Election Commission meet again and change the process? What happened a few days ago should be totally scrapped, he said. Reports of differences within the three-member Election Commission over aspects of the SIR exercise have triggered a political controversy. According to reports, Election Commissioners Sukhbir Singh Sandhu and Vivek Joshi had raised objections on several issues over a period of 10 months. The Election Commission, however, has maintained that the final decisions on the SIR exercise were unanimous and that the observations raised during the process were part of its deliberations. The INDIA bloc is scheduled to hold a meeting in New Delhi on Wednesday to discuss the Election Commission row and chalk out a joint strategy on the SIR process. The meeting is also expected to consider plans for a nationwide agitation, including protests and public rallies against Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar. An impeachment motion against him in Parliament is also expected to be discussed. The meeting comes after the Congress Working Committee adopted a resolution seeking CEC Kumars removal and raising concerns over the functioning of the Election Commission. The Opposition has intensified its criticism of the poll panel following reports about the differences between the two Election Commissioners and the CEC over electoral roll revisions. Congress leader Rahul Gandhi has also alleged irregularities in the electoral process, while the Election Commission has rejected claims that its decisions were taken without the approval of its members. The Opposition's proposed campaign is expected to begin with a series of rallies, including one at Delhi's Ramlila Maidan, followed by programmes in different states. The INDIA bloc may also announce the date of its first major rally during the meeting. Congress president Mallikarjun Kharge, Rahul Gandhi and Sonia Gandhi are expected to represent Congress. Trinamool Congress leaders Mamata Banerjee, Abhishek Banerjee, Kalyan Banerjee and Derek O'Brien are also expected to attend. Leaders of Left parties are likely to participate as well. Jharkhand Mukti Morcha leader Hemant Soren, RJD leader Tejashwi Yadav, NCP's Supriya Sule, National Conference chief Omar Abdullah and PDP chief Mehbooba Mufti are among the other leaders expected to join the meeting. Shiv Sena(UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray is expected to participate virtually. Samajwadi Party chief Akhilesh Yadav is not likely to attend the meeting, with senior party leader Harendra Malik set to represent the party.
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Delhi-NCR likely to turn dry as rains ease; air quality remains in moderate category
Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sep 30 (IANS) Delhi-NCR is likely to witness a significant shift in weather from Wednesday, with the recent spell of rain and thunderstorms expected to give way to predominantly dry conditions. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast mainly clear skies over the national capital and neighbouring areas, with dry weather likely to prevail across Delhi, Haryana and Chandigarh through the first week of October. The change comes after showers on Tuesday brought a noticeable chill to Delhi, with temperatures briefly giving the national capital a winter-like feel. However, the latest weather forecast indicates that rainfall activity is likely to subside from Wednesday, particularly over northwest India. Delhi, Haryana, Punjab and parts of Uttar Pradesh are expected to remain largely dry as the recent rain and thunderstorm activity weakens. Delhi is likely to record a minimum temperature of around 24 degrees Celsius and a maximum temperature of nearly 33 degrees Celsius on Wednesday. While northwest India is expected to remain mostly dry, weather conditions across the rest of the country are likely to remain varied. Rain and thunderstorms are expected to continue over parts of southern, eastern and northeastern India. According to the IMD forecast, isolated heavy rainfall is likely over several areas of the Northeast and southern peninsula on Wednesday. The southern peninsula is expected to remain one of the major rain-affected regions, with some areas likely to receive heavy showers. The IMD has classified Haryana, Chandigarh and Delhi as dry on Wednesday. Similar conditions are expected over Punjab, Rajasthan and most parts of Uttar Pradesh. The contrasting weather conditions across different regions are being influenced by several atmospheric systems currently active over the country. A depression over coastal Myanmar and the adjoining Bay of Bengal was moving rapidly north-northwestwards on Tuesday. The system was expected to weaken into a well-marked low-pressure area later on September 29 and continue moving towards southeast Bangladesh and adjoining northeastern parts of India. At the same time, a western disturbance and associated upper-air systems continue to influence parts of north India. Another circulation and trough are extending across southern India. The interaction and movement of these systems are contributing to the contrasting weather patterns being observed across the country. The IMD also recorded heavy to very heavy rainfall at isolated places over Haryana during the 24 hours ending Tuesday morning. The rainfall highlights the intensity of the recent spell over parts of north India, even as the broader weather pattern is now expected to turn predominantly dry. The southwest monsoon is also continuing its gradual withdrawal from the country as the rainy season approaches its conclusion. With the monsoon retreating, northwest India is expected to gradually transition towards predominantly dry weather. However, rainfall activity is likely to persist in several other parts of the country. Uttarakhand may experience isolated rain and thunderstorms through October 4, while Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh could witness similar weather conditions between October 2 and 4. Himachal Pradesh may also receive isolated showers during the period. In central India, rain and thunderstorms are likely over parts of Madhya Pradesh, Vidarbha and Chhattisgarh in the coming days. The Northeast is expected to remain relatively wetter, with rainfall forecast over Assam, Meghalaya, Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram and Tripura through October 4. Some areas may also receive heavy rainfall. Southern India is likely to remain another significant zone of rainfall. The IMD has forecast isolated heavy showers over parts of the southern peninsula during the next four to five days, with Tamil Nadu, Kerala and South Interior Karnataka among the areas likely to receive heavy rainfall. Meanwhile, Delhi's air quality remained in the 'moderate' category. The Air Quality Index (AQI) readings included Mandir Marg at 97, Aya Nagar at 79, Punjabi Bagh at 113, CRRI Mathura Road at 138, Pusa at 149, Sirifort at 105, IGI Airport (T3) at 101, Commonwealth Sports Complex at 122, North Campus at 122, R K Puram at 122, ITO at 86, IIT Delhi at 140, DTU at 100, Wazirpur at 134, Jahangirpuri at 153, Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium at 105, Anand Vihar at 105 and Cantonment Area at 105.
DGMA notice to TS Chanakya over cadet
DGMA notice to TS Chanakya over cadets death Kolkata: TS Chanakya, one of the countrys oldest maritime training institutes, was served a show-cause notice by the Directorate General of Maritime Administration (DGMA) on Tuesday over the death of a cadet in May this year. TS Chanakya, a shore-based training institute located in Navi Mumbai, is [] The post DGMA notice to TS Chanakya over cadets death appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Gujarat seeks 40 pc MSP procurement limit for pulses, oilseeds at national agriculture meet
Gujarat seeks 40 pc MSP procurement limit for pulses, oilseeds at national agriculture meet Gandhinagar: Gujarat Agriculture Minister Jitu Vaghani has urged the Centre to raise the procurement ceiling for pulses and oilseeds under the PM-AASHA scheme from 25 per cent to 40 per cent of total production and sought the inclusion of castor in [] The post Gujarat seeks 40 pc MSP procurement limit for pulses, oilseeds at national agriculture meet appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
Karnataka challenges high court order for SIT probe into KPSC job 'scams'
12% deficit: Rain report gives a dry reading
The impact is showing in commodity markets: prices of several pulses are up amid crop concerns and festive demand. Maharashtra has declared drought across large parts, and Karnataka is facing similar conditions.
Thousands of sugarcane growers from across Karnataka and neighbouring Maharashtra and Telangana staged a massive protest at Kittur Chennamma Circle in Hubballi on Tuesday, demanding remunerative prices for sugarcane and a revision of the minimum selling price (MSP) of sugar. After appeal by union minister Pralhad Joshi, intervention by local legislators they agree for talks at Delhi, withdraw protest
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Mangaluru: Goods Auto-Rickshaw Collides with Judge
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Sri Durgamba Bus Stolen Near Petrol Bunk in Udupi
Sri Durgamba Bus Stolen Near Petrol Bunk in Udupi Udupi: The Udupi Town Police Station registered a case after a Sri Durgamba bus parked behind Hanuman Petrol Bunk in the city was reportedly stolen. Krishna, 51, a resident of Katbelthur, is the conductor of the Sri Durgamba bus, while Rayin Uchila is the driver. The [] The post Sri Durgamba Bus Stolen Near Petrol Bunk in Udupi appeared first on Mangalorean.com .
CJ constitutes panel to look into circuit bench issue
Kannale sent to 14-day ED custody
Modifications that Kumaraswamy claims led to NICE scam
Modifications that Kumaraswamy claims led to NICE scam
India-China trade touches $92 billion in first half of 2026
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No DJ, no immersion: Ganesha idol brought back in Haveri village
Organisers halt procession after police cite HC directions; threaten Chikkerur shutdown if DJ restriction continues
Election officials probe mass voter deletion filings in Karnataka
A widespread pattern of bulk voter deletion requests has emerged in Karnatakas voter roll revision, with thousands of Form-7 objections targeting Muslim voters across both Congress- and BJP-held constituencies, often filed by just a handful of individuals using pre-printed voter details.
Election officials probe mass voter deletion filings in Karnataka
A widespread pattern of bulk voter deletion requests has emerged in Karnatakas voter roll revision, with thousands of Form-7 objections targeting Muslim voters across both Congress- and BJP-held constituencies, often filed by just a handful of individuals using pre-printed voter details.
Save village schools: Groups oppose govts low-enrolment plan
Ex-KPSC chief booked in 10-acre land fraud case
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Augmentation of additional AC 3-tier coaches to trains
Byndoor: Bodies of Two Persons Found Hanging Near Souparnika River
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IIMB alumni community raises 20.11 lakh for injured student
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Prakash Raj demands Karnataka scrap SIR voter list over AI concerns
BMRDA notifies new mobility road grid for Bengaluru Metropolitan Region
